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Barrettscv

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Deal Alert, Head iXRC 1100 sandwich 170cm $200
« on: December 04, 2006, 08:21:22 pm »
OK,

I cant ignore a bargain: http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-05-06-Head-iXRC-1100_W0QQitemZ260060651024QQihZ016QQcategoryZ62183QQtcZphotoQQcmdZViewItem

This is the same ski discribed by Peter here;

 "Imagine an FIS-illegal, 15m GS ski on steroids.

Head now makes a total of 5 adult XRC models; this is the most high performance, although naming the non-race-construction Chip version the "1400" has created some confusion. The 1200 (formerly, the 1100 RD, just to add more confusion) is a no-holds-barred, no-compromise, no-nonsense, no-slack power-carving machine. Top-tier technical skiers addicted to race GS skis for mach-schnell groomer arcing are the skiers most likely to appreciate competition-level cross skis, of which the 1200 is a superb example.

Key performance components include laminate race construction, 20mm carving plate and vertical sidewalls, which distinguish the 1200 from other, cap-construction XRC's.

The effect of vertical sidewalls deserves clarification, as this is the feature that most noticeably separates laminate race skis from caps. Simply put, vertical sidewalls deliver more power more quickly and more directly to edges than do angled sidewalls on cap skis, which tend to "smear" the application of edge power slightly. While not a seemingly important distinction, vertical sidewalls demand precision, accuracy, subtle edge and pressure control and perfect timing. Angled sidewalls are more forgiving.

Even more important, vertical sidewalls do not like to move laterally across the snow. They will grab, bite and chatter if forced into a skid and are thus less forgiving than caps when subjected to steering-based technique."

Sounds like a Head version of the Fischer WC RC? ;D

Michael

« Last Edit: December 04, 2006, 08:27:06 pm by Barrettscv »

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Re: Deal Alert, Head iXRC 1100 sandwich 170cm $200
« Reply #1 on: December 04, 2006, 09:43:29 pm »
Look closely if you are interested in this ski.? I think it is the 04-05 1100 RD and not the 05-06.? Graphics don't match the 05-06 pictures.

Michael, you already had a pair of these for awhile, didn't you????   >:(
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Barrettscv

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Re: Deal Alert, Head iXRC 1100 RD sandwich 170cm $200
« Reply #2 on: December 05, 2006, 04:53:29 am »
Hi Jim,

I had the 2003-2004 iXRC. This is a cap ski that had 110-64-97 dims. I replaced this ski (without ever mounting it) when then the WC RC came along.

The iXRC 1100 RD is a sandwich (or laminate ski) with 113-67-99 Dims. Its now evolved into the iXRC 1200 (116-69-102) and is more closely related to the Supershape Speed (112-66-98).

Michael

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Re: Deal Alert, Head iXRC 1100 sandwich 170cm $200
« Reply #3 on: December 05, 2006, 06:41:58 am »
That is a sweet ski, Did you get it for the $200?

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Re: Deal Alert, Head iXRC 1100 sandwich 170cm $200
« Reply #4 on: December 05, 2006, 06:48:17 am »
Hi Ron,

No, I'm well beyond my quota.

This would be a nice hard snow burner with a GS/SL hybrid sidecut for someone who is less than 180 Lbs.

The classic "cheater GS" ski from Head.

Michael

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Re: Deal Alert, Head iXRC 1100 sandwich 170cm $200
« Reply #5 on: December 05, 2006, 10:40:30 am »
Now don't tempt me!  Actually, what ski do you guys like for an adult raace league? GS courses. I am joining the adult race league this season.

Barrettscv

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Re: Deal Alert, Head iXRC 1100 sandwich 170cm $200
« Reply #6 on: December 05, 2006, 10:44:53 am »
This ski or the Fischer WC RC. But get a 177cm for your size (175 # if I remember correctly).

However Ron, you can get started on the Supershapes and it will provide a good platform for your first season.

Michael
« Last Edit: December 05, 2006, 10:46:33 am by Barrettscv »

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Re: Deal Alert, Head iXRC 1100 sandwich 170cm $200
« Reply #7 on: December 05, 2006, 12:45:22 pm »
I have weighing about 178 but I didn't add fat. I have been skiing on 170's the 82's are the 172. I guess for the Gs, a bit longer would be good. I was hoping to use the SS's but I know you can pickup a pair of RC's fairly cheap; especially leftovers. I should see what Dawg has. What size does the RC come in? 175/8?

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Re: Deal Alert, Head iXRC 1100 sandwich 170cm $200
« Reply #8 on: December 05, 2006, 04:59:34 pm »
Hi Ron,

The Rc comes in 175 & 180cm among other sizes.

I paid $200 for my RC, new in the plastic and without bindings. I think that was a rare find.

I've seen? a new 2004/2005 RC go for $400 with bindings.

You might find this iXRC in a 170cm to be ideal, If the hill is short.? Where will you be racing?

Michael
« Last Edit: December 05, 2006, 05:34:15 pm by Barrettscv »

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Re: Deal Alert, Head iXRC 1100 sandwich 170cm $200
« Reply #9 on: December 05, 2006, 05:50:54 pm »
I love when you guys give a "Deal Alert". I took advantage of some info here about some skis on ebay last year and bought them for my son who needed a new pair. They were his x-mas present. Heads as well.
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Re: Deal Alert, Head iXRC 1100 sandwich 170cm $200
« Reply #10 on: December 05, 2006, 06:18:59 pm »
Hi Lynn,

I remember, they were Head iXRC with bindings for $300. Does he like the skis?

Cheers,

Michael

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Re: Deal Alert, Head iXRC 1100 sandwich 170cm $200
« Reply #11 on: December 05, 2006, 07:23:20 pm »
Yes, he really enjoyed skiing on them. He was 24, now 25. He had inherited my husband 'transition' ski's which were partially shaped and about 8 years old. He's the best skier in the familly and reallly took off on them. He could definitely feel the difference. There was no keeping up with him. He only skis 3-6 days per year, he's in graduate school in Tx. Next, Mom needs to find him some new boots, but I can't buy those without him being in the moment!
As an added note, it's my son who convinced me to try skiing 14 years ago. He's also the one who said at Tremblant "hey mom, there's some great blue glades, you'll like them" and off we went.
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Re: Deal Alert, Head iXRC 1100 sandwich 170cm $200
« Reply #12 on: December 05, 2006, 08:20:06 pm »
Hi Ron,

No, I'm well beyond my quota.

This would be a nice hard snow burner with a GS/SL hybrid sidecut for someone who is less than 180 Lbs.

The classic "cheater GS" ski from Head.

Michael

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